Frequently Asked Questions

We are stewards of memory, educating the community about the history of the Holocaust and its lessons for our world today.

We are open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am – 3:00pm. Please check back frequently as we will be expanding our hours of operations. You are welcome to email us at info@ahecinfo.org to arrange for a special tour.

We are located at
2100 Highland Avenue South
Suite 101
Birmingham, AL 35205

You can contact us by phone at 205-795-4176, email at info@ahecinfo.org or through our contact form on the website.

Yes! We have a covered parking garage available for visitors.

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Admission to the center is free and donations are appreciated to support our programs and exhibits.

While there is no charge for tickets, reservations are required. We recommend making your reservation at least 2 days in advance.

Reservations

Yes! Guided tours can be arranged by contacting us at info@ahecinfo.org. Our team will be happy to create a special experience to meet your needs.

The Alabama Holocaust Education Center opened our doors in 2002 as an all volunteer organization. We became a 501(c)3 nonprofit in 2014.

Yes. From 2011-2022, we were known as the Birmingham Holocaust Education Center, or BHEC. We changed our name in 2022 to reflect our growing mission and statewide reach. Today, the AHEC is proud to serve educators, students, and communities in each of Alabama’s 67 counties. We are truly Alabama’s resource on Holocaust information, education, and testimony. Not just Birmingham’s.

The AHEC is proud to serve as a resource for Alabama’s educators with workshops, curriculum resources, lesson plans and many opportunities for professional development credits. We hold many community programs and we house an archive filled with more than 8,000 artifacts from the time of the Holocaust. We also have a library with more than 3,000 books.

After World War II, over 170 Holocaust Survivors made their home in Alabama. From Birmingham to Tuscaloosa, Holocaust history is Alabama history. Survivors and their children are our neighbors, family members, coworkers, and community members. We believe in uplifting their stories while promoting a general understanding of the Holocaust to preserve their testimonies and lives.

Yes!, we welcome volunteers to help with various aspects of the center. Please contact us at info@ahecinfo.org.

We encourage you to follow us on social media, join our email list and visit our website frequently to see our current program offerings.

Our current exhibit includes Darkness into Life. More information can be found here:

Darkness into Life

We host a variety of programs and events, including lunch and learns, film series, lectures, workshops, and family activities. Check our event calendar for upcoming events:

Upcoming Events

At this time, we do not have an audio guide; however, our exhbit does feature video footage of Holocaust Survivor testimony.

Photography is allowed in certain areas of the center. Flash photography and tripods are not permitted. Please check for specific signage regarding photography restrictions.

Yes, our center is fully accessible and we are Kulture City certified. We offer wheelchair accessible restrooms, headphones for over-stimulation and a quiet space. For specific needs, please contact us in advance.

Donations can be made online through the donation page on our website, or you can contact us for more information on supporting the center.

Donations